A Tribe Called Quest – The Low End Theory

Description

Label: Jive – 19658884871
Format: 2 x Vinyl, LP, Album, Reissue
Country: Worldwide
Released: 9 Aug 2024
Genre: Hip Hop
Style: Conscious, Jazzy Hip-Hop

Tracklist:
A1 Excursions
Performer [Samples From "Time Is Running Out"] – Last Poets
Written-By – J. Davis
Written-By [Samples From "Time Is Running Out"] – Omar Ben Hassan
3:53

A2 Buggin' Out
Written-By – A. Muhammad, J. Davis, M. Taylor
3:38

A3 Rap Promoter
Written-By – A. Muhammad, J. Davis
2:13

A4 Butter
Written-By – A. Muhammad, J. Davis, M. Taylor
3:39

B1 Verses From The Abstract
Bass [Jazzy Bass] – Ron Carter
Vocals [Vocal Tones] – Vinia Mojica
Written-By – J. Davis
3:59

B2 Show Business
Co-producer – A Tribe Called Quest
Featuring [Appears On] – Diamond D, Lord Jamar, Sadat X
Producer – Skeff Anselm
Written-By – A. Muhammad, D. Murphy, J. Davis, J. Kirkland, L. Dechaus, M. Taylor, S. Anselm
3:53

B3 Vibes And Stuff
Written-By – J. Davis, M. Taylor
4:18

C1 The Infamous Date Rape
Written-By – A. Muhammad, J. Davis, M. Taylor
2:54

C2 Check The Rhime
Performer [Samples From "Love Your Life"] – Average White Band
Written-By – A. Muhammad, J. Davis, M. Taylor
Written-By [Samples From "Love Your Life"] – A. Gorrie, H. Stuart, M. Duncan, O. McIntyre, R. Ball, S. Ferrone
3:36

C3 Everything Is Fair
Co-producer – A Tribe Called Quest
Performer [Samples From "Let's Take It To The People"] – Funkadelic
Producer – Skeff Anselm
Written-By – A. Muhammad, J. Davis, M. Taylor, S. Anselm
Written-By [Samples From "Let's Take It To The People] – E. Hazel, G. Shider, G. Clinton
2:59

D1 Jazz (We've Got)
Written-By – A. Muhammad, J. Davis, M. Taylor
4:09

D2 Skypager
Written-By – A. Muhammad, J. Davis, M. Taylor
2:13

D3 What?
Written-By – J. Davis
2:29

D4 Scenario
Featuring [Appears On] – Busta Rhymes, Charlie Brown, Dinco D
Written-By – A. Muhammad, B. Higgins, P. Jackson, J. Davis, M. Taylor, T. Smith
4:10

Companies:
Phonographic Copyright ℗ – Zomba Recording Corporation
Copyright © – Zomba Recording Corporation
Manufactured By – Zomba Recording Corporation
Published By – Zomba Enterprises, Inc.
Recorded At – Battery Studios, New York
Recorded At – Greene St. Recording
Recorded At – Soundtrack Studios
Mixed At – Battery Studios, New York
Mixed At – Greene St. Recording
Mixed At – Soundtrack Studios
Lacquer Cut At – SST GmbH
Pressed By – Schallplattenfabrik Pallas GmbH – 64153
Pressed By – Schallplattenfabrik Pallas GmbH – 64154

Credits:
Design – JK, ZombArt
Engineer [Additional] – Anthony Saunders, Chris Shaw, Dan Wood, Eric Gast, Gerard Julien, Jamey Staub, Jim Kvoriak, Marc Singleton, Pete Christensen, Rod Hui, Tim Latham
Lacquer Cut By – Tk
Make-Up [Group Members] – Kim Young
Make-Up [Special Effects Make-up: Model] – Paddy Crofton
Management [Direction] – Chris Lighty
Mastered By – Tom Coyne
Photography By – Joe Grant
Producer – A Tribe Called Quest (tracks: A1 to B1, B3 to C2, D1 to D4)
Recorded By, Mixed By – A Tribe Called Quest, Bob Power
Written-By, Arranged By – A Tribe Called Quest

Notes:
In 1991, A Tribe Called Quest released The Low End Theory, a groundbreaking album that solidified their status as hip-hop legends. Building on the jazz-infused sound of their debut, the album featured sparse grooves and expertly chosen bass samples, with jazz bassist Ron Carter contributing to 'Verses from the Abstract.' DJ Ali Shaheed Muhammad's minimalistic approach allowed Q-Tip and Phife Dawg's lyrical prowess to shine, showcasing their clever wordplay, humor, and social commentary. Tracks like 'Butter' and 'The Infamous Date Rape' addressed misogyny, while 'Rap Promoter' and 'Show Business' critiqued the music industry. The album's production is consistently smooth, with standout tracks such as 'Check The Rhime' and 'Jazz (We've Got).' The posse cut 'Scenario,' featuring Leaders of the New School, is a legendary closer. The album's influence on hip-hop is undeniable, inspiring future artists like Kendrick Lamar and Outkast. The Low End Theory remains relevant and refreshing, a testament to Tribe's creativity and unflappable style. It's a masterful blend of thought-provoking lyrics and impeccable production, making it one of the greatest hip-hop albums of all time.
℗ 1991 Zomba Recording Corp. © 1991, 1996 Zomba Recording Corporation.
Made in the EU.
Box 104

Runouts are etched except for -64153- and -64154- which are stamped.

Barcode and Other Identifiers:
Barcode: 196588848711
Rights Society: BIEM/GEMA
Matrix / Runout (Side A): -64153-I 196588848711 A SST TK
Matrix / Runout (Side B): -64153-I 196588848711 B SST TK
Matrix / Runout (Side C): -64154- 196588848711 C SST TK
Matrix / Runout (Side D): -64154-I 196588848711 D SST TK